Rear disk Q...

[grumpyguy]

Is it really necessary to run the backing plate/dust shield? Brakes in question are a Crown Vic set for my Ranger. It will be using the parking brake as well. Thanks.

 

[RangerSVT]

If I'm not mistaken, the parking brake assy and the backing plate are one...
SVT

 

[grumpyguy]

Sorry if I wasn't clear. I meant the flimsy sheet metal dust shield.

 

[grumpyguy]

Had another look at then....I'm an idiot. Nevermind

 

[AllanD]

The crown vic dust shield protects the parking brake only.

The large flimsy sheet metal shield on the explorer brakes it best at holding gravel IN against the rotors than keeping shit away.

I jokingly refer to the Crown Vic dustshields as "bikini" dust shields.

AD

 

[chvlfrk]

Request>>>

Is it really necessary to run the backing plate/dust shield? Brakes in question are a Crown Vic set for my Ranger. It will be using the parking brake as well. Thanks.

Could you start a thread with pics on this swap PLEASE?

I have thought bout the CrownVic swap on my 92 Explorer axle, as the X-cop car CrownVics are plentiful around here......

THANKS!!!

 

[RangerSVT]

I have thought bout the CrownVic swap on my 92 Explorer axle, as the X-cop car CrownVics are plentiful around here......

THANKS!!!

You do know that since you have an exp axle, that the disc brakes from a 95+ exp axle is direct bolt in swap minus your master cylinder...
SVT

 

[chvlfrk]

Uh huh............

You do know that since you have an exp axle, that the disc brakes from a 95+ exp axle is direct bolt in swap minus your master cylinder...SVT

========================================
YES, I know this as I have a 98 Explorer disc brake rearend under my green 94.........but as I said, X-cop car CrownVics are plentiful around here & WHOLE LOT CHEAPER to buy there parts.